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nypost.comworld4 days ago
NPR Reporter Apologizes to Justice Alito After Mistaken Retirement Report
Nina Totenberg sent a letter this week retracting her Tuesday report that Justice Samuel A. Alito Jr. had announced his departure. washingtontimes.com reported that the veteran NPR correspondent called the mistake the worst of her more than 50 years in journalism.
theconversation.comworld5 days ago
Mexican Authorities Identify Remains of Abducted Journalist, Arrest Eight
Authorities recovered remains identified as those of journalist Roxana Guzman and arrested eight people, including four municipal police officers, in connection with her kidnapping and death.
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Reasonpolitics6 days ago
Reason Magazine Wins Seven Awards at Southern California Journalism Awards
Reason magazine earned four first-place awards and three additional honors at the 68th Southern California Journalism Awards on Sunday. The Los Angeles Press Club recognized work across politics, activism, humor, and interview categories.
The Independentpolitics6 days agoUpdated
Supreme Court Allows Daily Fine on Reporter to Proceed in Privacy Act Lawsuit
The U.S. Supreme Court on Thursday declined to block an $800-per-day fine against Catherine Herridge for refusing to identify her source. The order stems from a Privacy Act lawsuit filed by scientist Yanping Chen.
Fox Newspolitics6 days ago
NPR Retracts Report Claiming Justice Samuel Alito Is Retiring
NPR published and then withdrew a story stating that Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito had retired. The network later said the report was published in error.
focustaiwan.twworld6 days ago
Imprisoned Journalist Seeks Medical Parole for Suspected Lung Tumor
A journalist held in a Beijing prison is seeking medical parole to receive treatment for a possible lung tumor. Prison authorities and the family disagree on the location of care.
abcnews.go.compolitics7 days ago
NPR retracts erroneous story on Supreme Court justice retirement
NPR published and then retracted a report stating that a Supreme Court justice was retiring. The network issued two corrections after the legal affairs correspondent provided an explanation that differed from the public editor's account.
Al Jazeeraworld7 days ago
Malta Trial Opens for Businessman Accused in Journalist Murder
A Maltese businessman went on trial this week for the 2017 car-bomb killing of investigative journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia. Prosecutors told the jury he paid three men €150,000 to carry out the attack, a claim the defendant denies.
france24.comworld7 days ago
Malta Court Hears Prosecution Claims Fenech Paid €400,000 in Legal Fees for Caruana Galizia Bombers as He Denies Charges
Yorgen Fenech's trial for commissioning the 2017 murder of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia entered its second day Thursday. Prosecutors detailed alleged payments to the convicted hitmen and their legal defense.
msnbc.comworld7 days ago
NPR publishes then retracts erroneous report on Alito retirement
National Public Radio reported that Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito had retired, then withdrew the story after five minutes. The error originated from a misunderstanding of remarks by Chief Justice John Roberts.
The Independentsports8 days ago
Officer issues verbal warning to reporter pulled over for phone use
The Independent reported on body-cam footage from a January traffic stop in Ridgewood, New Jersey, involving former NFL reporter Dianna Russini. She was pulled over for phone use while driving but received a verbal warning. The footage differs from an anecdote she shared earlier…
abcnews.go.comworld8 days ago
Italian Police Detain Four Suspects in October Bomb Attack on Journalist
Italian police arrested four suspects Tuesday in the October 2025 car bomb attack targeting investigative journalist Sigfrido Ranucci near Rome. Three were placed in pre-trial detention and one under house arrest. The probe is handled by Rome's anti-mafia prosecutor's office.
680news.comworld11 days ago
Reporter Describes Safety Steps During Ebola Coverage in Eastern Congo
An NPR reporter outlines the protective measures required when covering an active Ebola outbreak. The account focuses on daily precautions taken by journalists working in eastern Congo.
New York Postbusiness12 days ago
Former 60 Minutes Correspondent Signs With Talent Agency
Scott Pelley has signed with CAA after ending a 37-year career at CBS News. The agency will represent him in all areas as he explores new opportunities.
Abc Newsworld13 days ago
Former ABC News producer serving in Ukraine military killed in drone strike
Maksym Oseredchuk, 30, died Wednesday night in the attack. He had worked as a driver and fixer for ABC News and later the New York Times before being drafted into Ukraine's 34th Marine Brigade.
al-monitor.comworld13 days ago
Yemeni journalist Mohammed Aydah killed by car bomb in Mukalla; no group claims responsibility
A correspondent for Saudi-owned Al Arabiya television died when a bomb planted on his car exploded late Wednesday in Yemen's eastern Hadramout governorate. Authorities had warned him of threats one month earlier.
gatestoneinstitute.orgworld15 days ago
Israeli military says Al Jazeera cameraman killed in Gaza was Hamas sniper
The Israeli Defense Forces stated that an Al Jazeera cameraman killed in an airstrike was a Hamas sniper operative. Al Jazeera rejected the allegation as baseless and said it would pursue legal action.
Los Angeles Timesbusiness15 days ago
Fox News Hires Natalie Chuck as Los Angeles Correspondent
The network hired the award-winning reporter from KMGH-TV in Denver. Chuck previously covered investigations in Colorado and stories across Southern California.
deadline.comworld15 days ago
The Atlantic Adds Three Staff Writers
The Atlantic announced the hiring of three new staff writers. Two are joining from The Washington Post and one has contributed to the magazine as a freelancer since 2015.
Al Jazeeraworld17 days ago
Al Jazeera Cameraman Ahmed Wishah Killed During Israeli Military Operations in Gaza
Ahmed Wishah, who documented daily life in Gaza, was killed by an Israeli attack, Al Jazeera reported on 21 June 2026.
Al Jazeeraworld17 days agoUpdated
Israeli Drone Strike Kills Al Jazeera Cameraman Ahmed Wishah in Central Gaza
Ahmed Wishah died Saturday when an Israeli drone struck a house in the Bureij refugee camp. Two other people were also killed in the attack.
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Al Jazeeraworld21 days ago
Al Jazeera Journalist Reunited with Family in Khartoum After Three Years
Al-Tahir al-Mardi returned to his family in Sudan’s capital following three years of separation caused by the country’s ongoing war.
Statscience21 days ago
STAT Keeps 'Health Care' as Two Words Despite AP Stylebook Change
STAT decided to retain the two-word spelling of 'health care' after the Associated Press Stylebook adopted the one-word form. The choice reflects the publication's emphasis on the term in its medical journalism.
thecanary.coworld22 days ago
Lebanon Sentences Journalist to 15 Years Over Israeli Media Interview
A Lebanese court sentenced journalist Maria Maalouf to 15 years in prison after she appeared on Israeli media and criticized Hezbollah. The case centers on statements made during the interview.
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Le Mondesports22 days ago
Parents of French journalist sentenced to seven years in Algeria seek support at World Cup venue
Sylvie and Francis Godard appeared at MetLife Stadium on June 15 to draw attention to their son's seven-year sentence in Algeria. FIFA issued symbolic accreditation for the imprisoned reporter.
Japan Timesai23 days ago
Nineteen journalists from 18 countries complete seven-day tour of Jiangsu cities hosted by China Public Diplomacy Association
Nineteen journalists from 18 countries visited Suzhou, Wuxi and Yangzhou. The tour was co-hosted by the China Public Diplomacy Association and Global Times Online.
The Guardianpolitics25 days ago
Judge Sentences Former Taliban Member to 42 Years for 2008 Kidnapping of Journalist, Rejecting Both Life Term and 18-Year Request
Haji Najibullah was sentenced Monday in Manhattan federal court for his role in the kidnapping of David Rohde and two Afghan associates. The seven-month ordeal ended with Rohde's escape in June 2009.
Nbc Newspolitics26 days ago
Detained Iranian-American journalist makes plea for release from Tehran prison
An audio recording shows a journalist held in Evin prison asking U.S. officials to secure his freedom. His lawyer discussed the case on a news program.
rediff.comworld27 days ago
Investigation Reports Journalists and Opposition Members Killed in Mozambique Since 2024 Elections
A consortium of 30 journalists across 10 countries documented dozens of abductions and killings of opposition members and journalists in Mozambique after the 2024 general elections. The reporting found that authorities have conducted few investigations into the violence.
onwardstate.compolitics29 days ago
Group asks State Department to revoke journalist's visa over social media posts
A legal organization requested that the State Department cancel the visa of a journalist covering the FIFA World Cup. The request followed reports of the journalist's past social media posts supporting Hamas and Hezbollah.
Abc Newsworld29 days ago
Israeli Arabic Spokesman Avichay Adraee Retires After Two Decades Warning Gaza and Lebanon Civilians of Strikes
Avichay Adraee, 43, will step down this year after issuing repeated evacuation alerts ahead of Israeli strikes in Gaza and Lebanon. Lt. Col. Ella Waweya will replace him.
vulture.comworld30 days ago
Scott Pelley Fired by CBS News After Heated Confrontation With New '60 Minutes' Boss
The 68-year-old correspondent was dismissed following a heated exchange with Nick Bilton and has accused management of injecting bias into reporting.
The Sydney Morning Heraldtechnology33 days ago
Unsecured Chinese Policing Dashboard Exposed Foreigner Tracking Data
A German cybersecurity journalist found an unsecured test dashboard linked to China's Ministry of Public Security that contained profiles of foreign journalists and residents. The platform, developed for police in Zhangjiakou, included passport details, location data, and relatio…
france24.comworld33 days ago
France 24 Requires NDAs from Journalists Who Inquired About Open Letter Criticizing Owner Vincent Bolloré
Staff at the French international broadcaster were asked to sign non-disclosure agreements following questions about an open letter criticizing media executive Vincent Bolloré.
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nbcnews.comworld35 days ago
Scott Pelley Fired by CBS One Day After Openly Challenging New Leadership at 60 Minutes Meeting
Santiago Campos accepted the Mike Wallace Memorial Scholarship at the News & Documentary Emmy Awards and used his acceptance speech to criticize recent changes at CBS News. Scott Pelley, who introduced Campos, was fired the following week.
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The Atlantic Names Six Early-Career Journalists to Its First Editorial Fellowship Class Since 2020
The Atlantic named six early-career reporters chosen from more than 1,300 applicants. They will begin yearlong editorial fellowships next month.
nypost.combusiness35 days ago
CBS News Parts Ways With Scott Pelley After He Accused 60 Minutes Leadership of Undermining Editorial Independence
CBS News dismissed longtime 60 Minutes correspondent Scott Pelley on Tuesday following a Monday staff meeting. Editor-in-Chief Bari Weiss told staff the foundation of trust had broken down.
dailykos.comworld35 days ago
CBS Management Requested Changes to News Story After Program Dismissal
A former CBS News correspondent stated that network management asked him to add inaccurate information to a report following the termination of a long-running program. The correspondent released a full written statement detailing the request.
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ohnotheydidnt.livejournal.comworld35 days agoUpdated
CBS News Fires Scott Pelley for Unprofessional Conduct
CBS News ended Scott Pelley's employment Tuesday following a Monday meeting in which he accused Editor-in-Chief Bari Weiss of undermining 60 Minutes. Two other correspondents left the program last week.
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The Hillpolitics37 days ago
Pentagon Designates Speechwriter Office as SCIF
The Defense Department has closed its public affairs office to journalists after redesignating the space a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility, ending decades of open access to military spokespeople.
abcnews.go.compolitics37 days ago
Trump Administration Asked Russia to Press Assad for Release of Missing Journalist Austin Tice
Robert O'Brien asked Nikolai Patrushev to press Bashar al-Assad for the journalist's release. Multiple backchannel efforts across years did not succeed.
The Hillworld41 days ago
CBS News Names New Executive Producer for 60 Minutes
CBS News has appointed a new executive producer to lead its long-running program 60 Minutes. The network also ended contracts with two correspondents as part of ongoing changes.
rediff.comworld41 days ago
New York court sentences man for plotting to kill Iranian-American journalist
A federal court in New York handed down a sentence to a man convicted of planning the assassination of Iranian-American journalist Masih Alinejad. Alinejad, who contributes to CBS News, responded to the outcome.
New York Postbusiness48 days ago
Former CNN Anchor Criticizes Ex-Boss in Essay on Media Leadership
A former CNN anchor published an essay Thursday criticizing his former boss at the network. The piece also addressed the end of a late-night program and its implications for journalism.
The Sydney Morning Heraldworld48 days ago
Seven Reporters from One Australian Masthead Named Walkley Award Finalists
Seven journalists received nominations for the Mid-Year Walkley Prizes across multiple categories. The masthead earned the highest number of finalists among Australian publications.
bbc.co.ukpolitics50 days ago
Police Question Three Journalists in Qatargate Investigation
Israeli police summoned three journalists to give testimony in the Qatargate case. The questioning focused on their relationships with Eli Feldstein and possible efforts to shape public messaging about Qatar.
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newrepublic.compolitics51 days ago
New York Times Opinion Column Draws Internal Criticism Over Sourcing
Dylan Byers reported at Puck that some New York Times newsroom staff expressed frustration over an Opinion column by Nicholas Kristof. The column relied on accounts from Palestinian detainees alleging sexual abuse by Israeli prison guards.
New York Postpolitics54 days ago
CBS News Anchor Tony Dokoupil Barred From Broadcasting at Taiwan Hotel
CBS Evening News anchor Tony Dokoupil was prevented from broadcasting from his hotel in Taipei after the owner objected to the network's coverage of China. The incident occurred after Dokoupil had already been forced to report from Taiwan instead of Beijing due to a visa delay du…
deadline.comworld54 days ago
NPR's Steve Inskeep Tours Massive Electronics Component Market in Shenzhen, China
NPR correspondent Steve Inskeep toured a vast electronics market in Shenzhen, China, where buyers can source components for virtually any device. The report aired on Morning Edition on May 15, 2026. Audio from the segment will be available later in the day.
Usa Todaypolitics56 days ago
Wall Street Journal Subpoenaed in Probe of Leaks About Iran Military Plans
The subpoenas, dated March 4, seek records related to a February article detailing Pentagon warnings to President Trump before Operation Epic Fury. Press freedom groups condemned the action on May 12, citing risks to newsgathering during wartime. The development follows earlier a…
france24.comworld56 days ago
DRC Presidential Guard Detains Nyota TV Journalist After Kolwezi Mining Erosion Report
Camera operator Stéphane Shisso has been held for more than four months without charge or court appearance following a report on mining-induced erosion in Kolwezi. His colleague Guelord Shamba remains in hiding. AllAfrica reported the details, citing the Committee to Protect Jour…
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Trump Criticizes Reporter Over Ballroom Renovation Budget Question on South Lawn
President Donald Trump responded to a reporter questioning the cost of his planned ballroom expansion by saying "I doubled the size of it you dumb person." The May 12, 2026 exchange is the latest in a series of confrontations with female journalists dating to late 2025. Newsweek…
winnipegfreepress.combusiness57 days ago
Rex Reed, Longtime Film Critic, Dies at 87
Rex Reed, a writer for the New York Observer for many years, died Tuesday at his home in Manhattan. He was 87. Reed was known for his direct style of film criticism over a career that lasted more than six decades.
deadline.combusiness57 days ago
Tamron Hall Says She Turned Down $2 Million Annual NBC Contract After 2017 Today Show Change
Hall, 55, received the offer via text while preparing to go live on MSNBC. She cited concerns for young Black women in journalism as a key reason for declining to stay at the network. Her syndicated talk show was renewed for an eighth season earlier this year.
winnipegfreepress.comworld57 days ago
AFP Journalists Visit Chernobyl Site for 40th Anniversary of 1986 Accident
AFP journalists Genya Savilov and Maryke Vermaak entered the Chernobyl nuclear power plant, which suffered a huge meltdown in 1986. The visit formed part of AFP reporting on the 40th anniversary of the accident, which falls in 2026. The Chernobyl accident occurred in 1986.
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thesouthafrican.comworld58 days ago
CBS News Managing Editor Charles Forelle Denies Trump Influence Over Bari Weiss Hire at SABEW Conference
Charles Forelle, managing editor of CBS News and deputy to Bari Weiss, told Semafor that owners remain independent of the news operation under new owner David Ellison. He rejected suggestions from President Donald Trump that the ownership change involved a deal for favorable cove…
The Timesbusiness59 days ago
BBC Pauses Verify Live Blog to Focus Fact-Checking on Main News Pages
The BBC has discontinued its Verify Live service, which launched in June 2025 with prominent placement on the homepage and app. Executive editor Lindsay McCoy cited poor audience reach in an internal email. The decision comes as the broadcaster pursues a £500 million cost-cutting…
newser.compolitics59 days ago
TMZ Expands Coverage to Washington DC Political Scene
TMZ has established a presence in Washington DC and begun reporting on members of Congress during a partial government shutdown. The outlet has covered congressional recesses, confronted lawmakers on legislation and produced stories mixing entertainment-style questioning with pol…
The Guardianworld60 days ago
Somali Police Detain Three Journalists in Mogadishu for Questioning After Prison Torture Report
Mohamed Bulbul, Abdihafid Nor Barre and Abdishakur Mohamed Mohamud were detained Friday evening after Bulbul reported on the alleged torture of prisoner Sadia Moalim Ali. They were beaten, threatened with death by the Mogadishu police chief and released early Saturday. The arrest…
bleedingcool.comworld61 days ago
Bloomberg News Wins 2026 Pulitzer Prize for Illustrated Reporting
Bloomberg News received the 2026 Pulitzer Prize for Illustrated Reporting and Commentary for its graphic novel “trAPPed.” The work depicts the experience of a woman in India held under “digital arrest” as part of a widespread scam. The Pulitzer board recognized the piece for its…